Description
Mediterranean Baked Feta with Olives & Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that’s sure to impress your guests. This dish features creamy feta cheese baked until melty, surrounded by tangy sun-dried tomatoes and briny olives, all infused with the aromatic flavors of garlic and fresh herbs. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant dinner parties, this warm and inviting dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or fresh vegetables for dipping. Experience a savory explosion of Mediterranean flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block feta cheese (about 7 oz)
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained and chopped)
- 1/2 cup mixed olives (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the feta dry and place it in an oven-safe baking dish.
- Scatter chopped sun-dried tomatoes and olives around the feta.
- Sprinkle minced garlic over the top.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with crushed red pepper flakes and black pepper.
- Garnish with parsley and bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until soft and golden.
- Optionally broil for an additional 2–3 minutes for a caramelized finish.
- Serve warm with bread or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg